DAR ES SALAAM, Tanzania, October 7th, 2025.

The Director General of the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), Mr. Salim Msangi, has officially launched the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Training and Examination Center at the National Institute of Transport (NIT).

The launch follows NIT’s formal accreditation as an EASA recognized center, achieved in partnership with Aerolink Solutions Ltd and the Athens Aviation Training Organization (AATO). The initiative aims to strengthen Tanzania’s aviation sector by equipping professionals with skills that meet international standards.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Mr. Msangi commended NIT for the milestone, emphasizing the importance of modern infrastructure, qualified instructors, and innovative programs to ensure global training quality. He reaffirmed TCAA’s commitment to working closely with training institutions like NIT to ensure that all aviation programs comply with EASA requirements, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of Tanzanian aviation experts in the global job market.

NIT Rector Eng. Dr. Prosper Mgaya expressed gratitude to the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania under the leadership of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan for supporting the institute’s progress. He attributed the achievement to strong collaboration between the government, TCAA, and other aviation stakeholders.

The establishment of the EASA Training and Examination Center marks a major step forward for Tanzania’s aviation training landscape. The facility will enable engineers and aviation professionals to obtain internationally recognized certifications, boosting employment opportunities and technical expertise in the country.

The milestone reflects the success of Tanzania’s regulatory framework in maintaining high training standards and reinforces the nation’s ambition to become a leading hub for aviation training in Africa.